Time to Lighten Up Arlington! Volunteers wanted for Lights for Bikes Giveaway 2015!

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  • October 21, 2015 at 3:05 pm #917484
    Erin Potter
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    The end of Daylight Savings Time approaches! Rather than mourn the hour lost, celebrate with us by reminding folks to bring their lights and giving lights to those who need them.

    On Monday, 11/2, we’ll be set up at the Bikeometer in Rosslyn (https://goo.gl/maps/u53NE), near the intersection of Lynn St, Lee Highway and the Custis. We’ll be there from 4:30pm until 6:30pm or so. With excellent volunteer support, we’ve done a great job covering multiple parts of this intersection in the past.
    The bonus here is that you can head up to Courthouse and check out the Arlington Bicycle Advisory Committee afterwards!

    On Wednesday, 11/4 we’ll head to the intersection of Columbia Pike and the W&OD Trail (https://goo.gl/maps/KsYq8). We’ll start on the north side of the intersection, passing out reflective goodies and lights, and if we get enough folks, spread to other side, too.

    Forum folks always make the event really great, so hope you’re able to make it! Come to one or both for as long as you like! Leave a comment below if you’re able to stop by so we know how many people to expect.

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  • October 21, 2015 at 5:05 pm #1039850
    ShawnoftheDread
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    I can be at the monolith.

    And it’s an hour gained (back) in the fall.

    October 21, 2015 at 5:19 pm #1039851
    Emm
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    I’m going to try to come to Columbia pike. It’s less out of the way that Rosslyn. I may not get there till 5:30 though. I need some reflective gear, so this sounds like fun :)

    October 21, 2015 at 5:24 pm #1039852
    Tania
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    I can help on Wednesday from 4:30-5:15.

    October 21, 2015 at 5:28 pm #1039854
    dbb
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    I’m solid on Monday and tentative on Wednesday

    October 21, 2015 at 5:39 pm #1039855
    CaseyKane50
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    I can help Wednesday from 4:30 (or earlier if you need help setting up) – 5:30

    October 21, 2015 at 6:04 pm #1039858
    Erin Potter
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    Any time you can stop by to help out is perfect. Drop-in is just our style! And can definitely nab something for yourself, too!

    October 22, 2015 at 11:49 am #1039889
    Sunyata
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    Sounds like fun! I will probably swing by at least the Columbia Pike location for a bit, and maybe the Rosslyn one, too. :)

    October 22, 2015 at 12:11 pm #1039890
    TwoWheelsDC
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    I plan to be there, assuming I don’t get stuck at work.

    October 22, 2015 at 2:51 pm #1039897
    argyrocket
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    I’ll be at Columbia Pike.
    Any chance we could have a small group go to the Shirlington area? I see several people on bikes along four mile run trail without lights at night, and they appear to work in Shirlington restaurants and businesses… they probably will be working while we’re out there distributing lights…

    October 22, 2015 at 4:11 pm #1039901
    ShawnoftheDread
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    @argyrocket 126576 wrote:

    I’ll be at Columbia Pike.
    Any chance we could have a small group go to the Shirlington area? I see several people on bikes along four mile run trail without lights at night, and they appear to work in Shirlington restaurants and businesses… they probably will be working while we’re out there distributing lights…

    Take some with you when you leave and hand them out on your rides near Shirlington.

    October 22, 2015 at 7:22 pm #1039919
    bobco85
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    I’ll be at the W&OD/Columbia Pike one! It’s on my way home from work, so the convenience factor is very helpful ;)

    Something to consider: As this event has typically occurred on the north side of the intersection with a smaller group on the south side, I am concerned about space. The construction of the I-think-it’ll-be-super-awesome bicycle training mini-park is currently taking up the entire west side of the trail, and the east side is populated by trees and W&OD signs. Things could get tight if people start congregating at the pinch point, i.e. where the trail meets the sidewalk. I think there is more space on the south side, though.

    October 22, 2015 at 11:39 pm #1039928
    cvcalhoun
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    I’ve got a friend who has only recently taken up bicycling, and so is now getting into his first night cycling. I’m thinking about sending him to this. Do they have lights that would actually enable him to see on a dark trail, or is this basically blinkies to enable him to be seen?

    October 22, 2015 at 11:43 pm #1039929
    ShawnoftheDread
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    Blinkies

    October 23, 2015 at 3:05 am #1039934
    Steve O
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    @ShawnoftheDread 126580 wrote:

    Take some with you when you leave and hand them out on your rides near Shirlington.

    This.

    In past years I have taken an extra 6-10 lights, which I then give to riders I encounter who have no lights. I always run out. It’s just part of the innumerable, invaluable services I provide. :)

    October 23, 2015 at 3:02 pm #1039951
    Erin Potter
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    In response to argyrocket, I’ve been talking with Annmarie and the Arlington PAL Ambassadors about doing an event in Shirlington. So stay tuned!
    And certainly feel free to take lights to share, as others have mentioned.

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